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eMed vs Sesame Care: Which Is Better?

Head-to-head comparison of eMed and Sesame Care based on our independent scoring across trust, value, experience, product range, and reputation — plus real pricing for the treatments they both offer.

Our Verdict

Sesame Care scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (74/100 vs 66.5/100), leading on trust & safety, value, product range, reputation. eMed comes out ahead on experience.

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eMed
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Employer-focused GLP-1 weight management platform using branded FDA-approved medications with 24/7 clinician support and included lab work.

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Pay-per-visit marketplace connecting patients with licensed providers — no subscriptions, transparent per-visit pricing.

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Score Breakdown

DimensioneMedSesame Care
Overall Score66.5/10074/100
Trust & Safety30%72/10075/100
Value25%50/10080/100
Experience20%75/10070/100
Product Range15%45/10070/100
Reputation10%68/10070/100

At a Glance

Founded20202019
HeadquartersMiami, FLNew York, NY
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories16
Treatments listed15
Starting price$649/mo$34/mo

Pricing Where They Compete

Prices shown are based on our most recent research and may not reflect current pricing. Telehealth providers update their pricing frequently. Always verify pricing directly with the provider before purchasing.

CategoryeMedSesame Care
Weight Loss / GLP-1$649–$1399
GLP-1 Weight Management Program
$59–$99
Weight Loss Program (subscription)

eMed

+Branded FDA-approved GLP-1 medications only — no compounding risk
+24/7 clinician support without appointment scheduling
+Annual blood work (32 biomarkers) included in program fee
Medication cost is separate and expensive: $550–$1,300/mo on top of $99/mo program fee
Very narrow scope — weight loss and urgent care only
Primarily employer-focused; individual consumer experience may be secondary
Read the full eMed review →

Sesame Care

+No subscription required — pay-per-visit model
+Transparent pricing shown before booking
+Wide range of specialties available
No integrated pharmacy
Less continuity of care than subscriptions
Provider quality varies in marketplace model
Read the full Sesame Care review →

eMed vs Sesame Care — FAQ

Is eMed better than Sesame Care?

Sesame Care scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (74/100 vs 66.5/100), leading on trust & safety, value, product range, reputation. eMed comes out ahead on experience.

Is eMed or Sesame Care cheaper?

Sesame Care has the lower starting price (from $34/mo vs $649/mo for eMed). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do eMed and Sesame Care both offer?

Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. eMed covers 1 treatment category total and Sesame Care covers 6.

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